WOMAN: Phillip Lim Footwear has Arrived! »
on FashionIndie.comDear God, Today is the day you rain down the most fabulous footwear for my admiration. Please send me one of these pairs from the Phillip Lim fall 2010 footwear collection. If not, I’m asking Santa, and you know what a pushover he is. Love, Amanda You can buy these and more Phillip Lim styles .. read full article »
MODEL LUST: Gabrielle Revere Presents “I Remain, You Desire” Photography Exhibition Featuring Lindsey Wixson »
on FashionIndie.com“I Remain, You Desire” is a selection of distinctive photographs by award-winning photographer Gabrielle Revere. The exhibition, which will be held at Sotheby’s in NYC from September 1-21, is an intimate series of images featuring model Lindsey Wixson. Read more… The photographs from .. read full article »
Fendi AW10 »
on Discotheque ConfusionI love the Fendi AW10 adverts with their painted portrait quality and subtle feeling of drama. The chalky shades remind me of Hockney's portraits (of Celia Birtwell and Ossie Clark and of his parents) while the sense of isolation and waiting remind me of Mad Men's Betty Draper's days at home .. read full article »
SPREAD UM: Rachel Zoe Wearing Brian Atwood in Harper’s Bazaar »
on FashionIndie.comThese shoes are so hot, I can barely control myself. Celebrity stylist Rachel Zoe models these Brian Atwood snake-skin ankle boots in the September issue of Harper’s Bazaar. You can purchase these, and more pairs of $1,000 shoes, at elysewalker.com. read full article »
RANDOM COOL SHIT: Aminaka Wilmont Asymetrical Leather Jacket »
on FashionIndie.comI’m always itching for a new leather jacket at this time of year, even though the heat feels like the fucking apocalypse in NYC right now. This asymmetrical leather jacket by Aminaka Wilmont is perfect for punking-out a t-shirts and jeans. Available at Net-A-Porter. LINK LOVE: High Snobette read full article »
Retail Detail. Juicy Couture Dropped From Most High-End Stores »
on Second City Style Fashion Blog - Style, Luxury, Beauty & ShoppingIt seems the era of the velour track suit may FINALLY be coming to an end. Several high end department stores have announced their plans of either dramatically scaling back or dropping altogether the Juicy Couture apparel line for fall.... read full article »
DISCOVERY: LADY & RELIC »
on FashionIndie.comSugar and spikes that make you look twice…that’s what the LADY & RELIC girl is made of. Parsons-trained and Brooklyn-based designer Melissa Limoncelli today announced the launch of jewelry line LADY & RELIC, now available for purchase at www.ladyandrelic.com. Read more… Photographer: .. read full article »
Swarovski Elements 22 Ways to Say Black Exhibition »
on FashionIndie.comSwarovski has partnered with 22 leading fashion designers including Giorgio Armani, Donna Karan, Thakoon, Phillip Lim, Alber Elbaz and Vivienne Westwood, to each create an iconic one-of-a-kind little black dress using the brand’s loose crystal. Read more… 3.1 Phillip Lim made with SWAROVSKI .. read full article »
China Glaze Holiday 2010 Sneak Peek »
on All Lacquered UpLook what I found! It’s a few swatches from the China Glaze Tis The Season To Be Naughty or Nice Holiday 2010 Collection. I was getting out my luggage in preparation of my trip to NYC next week for Fashion Week and I found this wheel in the front pocket. I can’t BELIEVE I forgot it was in .. read full article »
Michael Angel and Maybelline Team Up for Fashion's Night Out »
on Second City Style Fashion Blog - Style, Luxury, Beauty & ShoppingNew York-based designer Michael Angel has made an ingenious move by teaming up with this year's Fashion’s Night Out sponsor, Maybelline. Known for his innovative prints and ability to seamlessly translate art into fashion, Michael Angel has created exclusive Maybelline... read full article »
Brian Atwood's Supercharge Snakeskin Bootie Is The Lady Gaga Of Footwear »
on FashionBingeLady Gaga's sunburst hair hat... situation thing...+Constant use of aggressive, touch-me textures...+ Violent-looking red crown... situation thingy...=($1100, Brian Atwood, Elysewalker.com)Brian Atwood's bonkers spiky, textural snakeskin booties, with elastic cut-outs. R0mah! Ooh la la! read full article »
And the Latest H&M Designer Collaboration Is......... »
on Second City Style Fashion Blog - Style, Luxury, Beauty & ShoppingThe votes are in-who did you guess from watching the teaser videos we featured earlier today? Well, if you're on the edge of your seat like we are and just bursting to find out then you're in luck because we've... read full article »
ADDICT: Matthew McConaughey for Dolce & Gabbana’s New Fragrance »
on FashionIndie.comOr is it Matthew McConaughey’s mannequin for Dolce & Gabbana’s new fragrance? The actor is looking mighty airbrushed and plastic for the design duo’s newest scent “the one gentleman.” A frightening B&A after the jump… I mean, he looks good, but way to smooth for even his own .. read full article »
Daily Sales Round-Up! - September 1 »
on Stylehive BlogBack To School EssentialsIt's officially September, meaning it's officially the start of school and classes and officially the end of carefree summer days. But just because summer styles are done, it doesn't mean style itself is. Fall is a new beginning for fashion and style, and what better .. read full article »
REISS Introduces “Elements” Campaign Film in Collaboration with Jamie Morgan »
on FashionIndie.comFor the September 1 launch of the AW10 collection, British fashion brand REISS has collaborated with renowned photographer and filmmaker, Jamie Morgan, to create an artistic short film called “Elements” that highlights the feel and aesthetic of the upcoming men’s and women’s collections. .. read full article »
Eco-Chic Beauty: Top 5 Green Nail Polish Companies »
on College FashionPhoto CreditA good manicure or pedicure is surely one of life’s greatest little pleasures. A pop of color on perfectly-painted digits is an easy way to add some personality to even the most drab outfit. Well-groomed nails make you look infinitely more polished (pun intended). The only problem .. read full article »
La Droguerie in Paris »
on CoquetteLa Droguerie 9 et 11 rue du Jour 75001 PARIS Phone: 01 45 08 93 27 Hours: Monday: 2pm-6:45pm Tuesday-Saturday: 10:30am-6:45pm Sunday: Closed If any place could be called crafting heaven, the craft shop La Droguerie is just that and more. Nestled in a small little area of the Les Halles area of .. read full article »
Giveaway Time! Win a La Mer Bali Stud Wrap Watch From Their New Collection »
on Second City Style Fashion Blog - Style, Luxury, Beauty & ShoppingLa Mer Collections' Brown-Gold Bali Stud Wrap Watch It's no secret we love La Mer Collections watches! Not only are they fashion forward, they are affordable! In celebration of the launch of La Mer Collections new Costa Rico Collection we... read full article »
Lindsay Lohan Covers Vanity Fair’s October Issue »
on FashionIndie.comLindsay Lohan has just been released from a short jail stint, and she chose to give Vanity Fair her first post-cell interview. The editorial is inspired by Grace Kelly , and from the looks of it, a little jail-time may not be the worst thing that could of happened… More Fashion News on .. read full article »
Alexander McQueen Patent Blue Leather Heels, Why Can't We Be Friends? »
on FashionBingeI could care less if electric cornflower blue is in the fall 2010 color palette or not. (It's not.) I NEED a pair of blue patent leather heels in my life. More purple than green, kay?The perfect pair are obviously these Alexander McQueen heels with silver detailing on the heel.($255.96, .. read full article »
Must Have Now: Gilded Slip Dress »
on Stylehive BlogIt's Friday night, you're getting ready to go out and you want to dress to impress. If you don't know exactly what you're going to be wearing then it's time to stop and think! What do you grab for when you want to look your best? Do you have a Little Black Dress that is to die for? If not, .. read full article »
Justin Bieber’s Sold Out Show at MSG »
on FashionIndie.comJustin Bieber has single handedly proven that the boy band, pop era will never go out of style. Herds of teen boppers and tween queens rushed to see Justin Beiber last night at Madison Square Garden . The glitter and spandex outfits from the audience were blinding, with just as … More .. read full article »
15 Greatest Lady Gaga Style Moments »
on FashionIndie.comLady Gaga ?is one fashion maven that never ceases to amaze me. ?She dons the most outlandish ensembles, and yet has somehow changed the tides of fashion to? agree ?with her mantras of not-wearing-pants and dancing like a robot alien. ?Her fearless attitude and boundless craving for … More .. read full article »
Miranda Kerr in 3D For Vogue Italia »
on FashionIndie.comMiranda Kerr is an unavoidable fashion presence these days. Not only is she mainstream glossy tabloid fodder for her recently-announced pregnancy (the father is Orlando Bloom , if you seriously haven’t heard), she’s leading the pack of Victoria’s Secret models making the move to more .. read full article »
Who Is H&M's Next Designer Collaboration? Watch the Teaser Videos and Guess! »
on Second City Style Fashion Blog - Style, Luxury, Beauty & ShoppingYesterday, H&M debuted a series of teaser videos on their next designer collaboration. Designed to ignite interest in the public (which is working), the videos feature an elaborately dressed woman with an accent and a dapper-looking man discussing abstract ideas... read full article »
H&M Collaboration With Lanvin Rumored »
on FashionIndie.comDo we already have an answer to H&M ‘s designer guessing game? If market sources are to be trusted, expect the Swedish fast-fashion retailer to unveil a project with Lanvin and its creative director, Alber Elbaz , within the next week.? Granted, this is still well-supported speculation… .. read full article »
Look Of The Day: Luxe In Lace »
on FashionIndie.comWe love lace. Whether you’re sporting a gothy black blouse or a prim Victorian number, it’s not merely the fabric of choice for tablecloths–it’s more than possible to do it with a bit of trendy creativity and sex appeal. Suffice it to say, we’re head over heels with The… More .. read full article »
Bag Of The Week: ASOS Feather Clutch »
on Stylehive BlogCalling all Carrie Bradshaw fans! If you're into Sex and the City then you're probably a fan of Carrie's amazing wardrobe. I've spent many an episode lusting over everything in her closet from the flamboyant shoes to her sexy bags. I love to incorporate a little bit of Bradshaw in my style .. read full article »
Zoya Color Spoons – Exclusive Product Preview & Comparisons »
on All Lacquered UpZoya Wants To Spoon With You Do you REALLY love nail polish? Have you ever purchased a color online or from a color chart only to find that it doesn’t match the picture? Have you always wanted to be able to try on nail polish the way you do clothing? Well, what if you could see EXACTLY how .. read full article »
Beauty Trend. 'Electric Eyes' - A Definite 'Do.' »
on Second City Style Fashion Blog - Style, Luxury, Beauty & ShoppingWho says you have to stick with boring old brown or black eye liner? This season's eye liner shades are bold and full of color - greens, silver, and yes, even white! Now I know some of you may not... read full article »
Fashion Inspiration: Esmeralda from Disney’s The Hunchback of Notre Dame »
on College FashionEsmeralda is the raven haired gypsy heroine from Disney’s The Hunchback of Notre Dame. While irresistibly beautiful and charming, she is also brave enough to stand up for what she believes in, even when it puts her life in danger. Not only is Esmerelda’s personality uplifting, but her gypsy .. read full article »
Critical Mass Will Be Achieved »
on Kingdom Of StyleI'm digging deep into my musical archives here. Nuclear Assault were one of the best thrash metals bands of the 80's. This one is perhaps my favourite track. Critical Mass. They are singing, back in '89, about how we are destroying our planet. Wise words indeed. Queen Michelle read full article »
Get The Look: Christina Hendricks at the 2010 Emmys »
on Lipstick Powder N PaintChristina Hendricks, Supporting Actress nominee for her role in “Mad Men,” was a red carpet knock-out at this year’s Emmy Awards. Hendricks played up her killer curves in a lilac chiffon Zac Posen gown, and her signature fire-red hair was the perfect frame for her makeup, created by .. read full article »
Luana Tiefke in VOGUE Brazil by Benjamin Kanarek »
on FashionIndie.comGabrielle CHANEL was a precursor proposing the attributes of male clothing to women to free their movement and participate in their emancipation. Yes,fashion is always one step ahead in the setting of trends. However, Karl Lagerfeld is taking everyone on this time. The current global warming .. read full article »
Fall/Winter '10 Trends. Military Jackets »
on Second City Style Fashion Blog - Style, Luxury, Beauty & ShoppingI remember back in high school I had a real army military jacket I wore everywhere! Not only was I totally into said jacket, I was mad for my collection of army pants, cargos and pretty much anything army green... read full article »
What I Want Now »
on FashionBingeHi, everyone, as Nina Garcia would say. I'm back from my amazing, double-rainbow-caliber trip to Yosemite, and I promise not to post anymore dreary hiking gear (though I will say that my beet red Keen sandals, bought on Craigslist, were perfect and kind of awesome). If you want to see some snaps .. read full article »
inspiration on a wednesday »
on Discotheque Confusion90s Obsession Calvin Klein adverts, Steve Jobs (Guffaw, who'd have thought..), Maxxe Sternbaum from the Opening Ceremony blog, Kate Moss in a furry jumper, Frankie Rayder in trackie leggings styled by Jane How, Lesportsac bags, Anastasia Barbieri, Chloe Sevigny's Kickers. read full article »
Beauty Brief. Hair Colorist Makes His Mark In The Windy City! »
on Second City Style Fashion Blog - Style, Luxury, Beauty & ShoppingHair colorist extraordinaire, David Stanko for Redken 5th Avenue in New York City cascaded through the windy city on August 16 at the G Skin Beauty Institute in Oak Brook. Fans participated in an educational seminar that highlighted on Stanko’s... read full article »
Get The Look: Lea Michele at the 2010 Emmys »
on Lipstick Powder N PaintGLEE’s Lea Michele was celebrating both her 24th birthday and her first nomination at this year’s Emmys. The actress glowed as she walked the red carpet, wearing custom-dyed Brian Atwood pumps, a Oscar de la Renta navy gown, multi-color diamond Lorraine Schwartz necklace, and carrying a .. read full article »
Thursday »
on My Wardrobe TodayThis morning on Twitter I said I wouldn't be posting pictures... but then I figured I can at least I can capture a crack-of-dawn shot in my office bathroom! By the way, never noticed the little flower details on the tiles in the bathroom before... I work in a very old building in DC - we still .. read full article »
Club Monaco’s Spring 2011 Lookbook »
on FashionIndie.comFor inspiration this season, Club Monaco turns to the English Victorian working class. The women’s collection evokes tension between the masculine and feminine opposites, while the men’s collection awakens a vintage, washed feeling. Link to the lookbook after the jump… See the full men’s .. read full article »
SHOPPING: House of Harlow 1960/Amazon Exclusive »
on FashionIndie.comFrom now until September 15, Amazon is offering exclusive House of Harlow 1960, Modern Vintage and Rosegold boots! Only 250 pairs of each style from the Fall/Winter 2010 collections have been produced for an early run on the popular online sales website. See more after the jump… Start .. read full article »
Mariska Hargitay Wears OPI to the Emmys »
on Lipstick Powder N PaintMariska Hargitay may not have won an Emmy for her roll (this year) in Law & Order: Special Victims Unit, but her look was a definite red-carpet winner. As a presenter for the evening, Hargitay complemented her blush-coloured silk Vera Wang gown and Fred Leighton jewellery with OPI’s We’ll .. read full article »
Ask The Bean: Battling The Cargo Look »
on Second City Style Fashion Blog - Style, Luxury, Beauty & ShoppingDear Bean, I just bought a pair of great-looking skinny cargo pants, but I am not sure about what to wear with them. There is a lot going on with all of the pockets and zippers, so I don't want... read full article »
Monki Around »
on Style BubbleI'd like to say the title was a very original/witty creation of my own but alas, Property Week beat me to it. Actually trustyProperty Week was supposed to my only source of informationregarding H&M's physical store UK expansion plans with the primarily Swedish chainMonki. I hear Monki banded .. read full article »
Let There Be Light »
on Lipstick Powder N PaintWe love September for many things (the changing colours, the fall collections and adding to our already overgrown makeup collection). One new product we’ll definitely be adding is Clarins’ Instant Light Brush-on Perfector ($36). With just one click, this pen-like applicator fades away dark .. read full article »
MODEL LUST: Ivan Gatti by Tomas Falmer for Attitude Magazine »
on FashionIndie.comWho knew an empty water park offered so many ways to pose in your undies… A few NSFW images after the jump… Magazine: Attitude Published: September 2010 Editorial: Aqua Viva Model: Ivan Gatti | I LOVE | Photographer: Tomas Falmer Stylist: Frank Strachan Website: .. read full article »
Banksy’s “Pier Pressure” Makes the Oil Spill Seem Like Childsplay »
on FashionIndie.comControversial graffiti artist Banksy seems to have BP in his sights. He’s refashioned a childrens coin-ride to show off a dolphin jumping over a barrel of oil while trying to escape from a net. YAY to poignant art commentary for kids!!! Video of the dolphin in action after the jump. read full article »
how can you forget to breathe »
on fashiontoast(poncho courtesy of Leyendecker, IRO bodysuit, Fiorentini and Baker boots)The fact that this thing looks exactly like the blanket stashed in my car for spontaneous picnics and bonfires makes it feel like I've already owned it forever. Though this version 2.0 deal might be a little more .. read full article »
"Poverty often deprives a man of all spirit and virtue; it is hard for an empty bag to stand upright" - Benjamin Franklin »
on Style...A Work In ProgressNormally, it has to be said, I'm not a huge fan of Coach bags...the majority of their design inspiration seeming to be teen-at-the-mall or her older counterpart, mom-at-the-mall...and therefore not something, in the general run of things, that I aspire to. So imagine my surprise when I clicked .. read full article »